MEDHA CHATTERJEE
KOLKATA
Summary
Enthusiastic Student with superior skills in working in both team-based and independent capacities. Bringing strong work ethic and excellent organizational skills to any setting. Excited to bring above average user skills in information technology and social media. Collaborative Intern offering strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with high attention to detail. Well-versed in creating PowerPoint presentations and updating databases. Diplomatic and tactful with professionals and non-professionals at various levels. Proactive Legal Intern with excellent legal documentation and research skills. Currently pursuing degree in Ba.llb. Excited to gain invaluable hands-on experience while helping clients achieve goals. Hardworking Legal Researcher dedicated to delivering comprehensive and readable memoranda. Outstanding talent in legal analysis and succinct writing.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Intern
Advocate Gopal Halder
Kolkata
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Filed pleadings and appeals with court clerks to expedite trial proceedings.
- Conducted client interviews and maintained case files.
- Organized exhibits and arguments to present evidence on behalf of clients.
- Contacted witnesses and scheduled interviews and evaluations.
- Met with clients and attorneys to discuss case details and evidence.
- Created and updated case management and client account databases.
- Organized exhibits for trials and hearings.
- Maintained client confidentiality in all communications.
- Performed legal research using Westlaw and LexisNexis.
- Assisted with the drafting of wills, trusts, and estate planning.
- Communicated progress updates regularly with project managers.
- Supervised and trained new technologists, technicians and drafters.
- Updated existing drawings based on revisions or changes in scope.
- Prepared construction documents, including floor plans and elevations.
- Drafted plans and detailed drawings for structures, installations and construction projects.
- Maintained organized digital file storage system for easy access by team members.
- Created customized drawing templates to streamline drafting processes.
- Reviewed contracts, leases, and agreements for accuracy.
- Analyzed legal statutes, codes and previous court decisions to determine optimal course of action.
Legal Intern
Adv. Amitabha Basu
Kolkata
06.2022 - 08.2024
- Reviewed contracts, leases, and agreements for accuracy.
- Contacted witnesses and scheduled interviews and evaluations.
- Organized and prepared case exhibits and evidence for trial.
- Managed attorney calendars and scheduled appointments.
- Coordinated discovery process and document production.
- Conducted client interviews and maintained case files.
- Maintained office databases to ensure accurate recordkeeping.
- Drafted legal documents, including pleadings and motions.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through effective communication.
- Called witnesses to give testimonies during court hearings.
- Organized exhibits for trials and hearings.
- Performed extensive research to prepare for court cases and gathered pertinent case information.
- Created and updated case management and client account databases.
- Prepared correspondence for clients, opposing counsel, and courts.
- Organized legal documents in company filing systems and databases.
- Drafted witness declarations and pretrial statements.
- Analyzed complex legal issues to support attorney decision-making.
- Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information.
Corporate Legal Intern
Sr. Adv. Pradeep Rai
06.2023 - 07.2024
- Reviewed contracts and advised clients on potential risks.
- Advocated for clients in court hearings and mediation sessions.
- Conducted legal research and prepared memoranda on various issues.
- Prepared estate planning documents such as wills and trusts.
- Advised clients on regulatory compliance requirements and strategies.
- Conducted in-depth research in order to write effective proposals, agreements and contracts.
- Coordinated trial preparation, including witness interviews and exhibits.
- Performed due diligence in corporate transactions and mergers.
- Conducted thorough interviews of prospective jurors as part of voir dire process to assess for competency and biases, making for-cause challenges to dismiss unfit candidates.
- Participated in discovery process, including document review and depositions.
- Drafted pleadings, motions, and briefs for civil litigation cases.
- Assessed potential claims for defamation, privacy invasion, or copyright infringement.
- Counseled clients facing foreclosure or eviction proceedings.
- Negotiated settlements in personal injury and employment disputes.
- Represented clients in bankruptcy filings and debt negotiations.
- Handled family law matters, including divorce proceedings and custody disputes.
- Negotiated and drafted settlement agreements to resolve litigated cases.
- Used in-depth knowledge of legal precedents to analyze probable outcomes of cases.
- Managed successful voir dire processes to optimize jury selection.
- Drafted wills, powers of attorney, trusts and estate planning documents.
- Gathered public records and interviewed witnesses relevant to cases.
Intern
Adv. Subhashish
Kolkata
06.2021 - 10.2021
- Utilized document management system to organize company files, keeping up-to-date and easily accessible data.
- Set specific goals for projects to measure progress and evaluate end results.
- Reviewed contracts, leases, and agreements for accuracy.
- Contacted witnesses and scheduled interviews and evaluations.
- Analyzed legal statutes, codes and previous court decisions to determine optimal course of action.
- Produced well-researched and articulate legal briefs, pleadings and statements.
- Created organized filing system for legal documentation.
- Drafted and edited client correspondence, demand letters and legal memoranda.
- Analyzed facts and case law to determine possible defenses for clients.
- Coordinated property appraisals and inventories to complete estate planning for clients.
- Demonstrated working with people across different social identities and backgrounds.
- Answered management's questions and effectively presented information upon request.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive client information at all times.
- Gathered evidence by conducting witness interviews, taking depositions, obtaining public records.
- Organized files, documents, notes, and other materials relevant to a case or transaction.
Education
High School Diploma -
South Point High School
Kolkata07-2020
Ba.LLB (hons) - Law Enforcement
St. Xavier's University, Kolkata
KolkataSkills
- Clerical Support
- Research
- Mail distribution
- Supply Restocking
- Scheduling
- Project Support
- Report Writing
- Meeting Coordination
- Recordkeeping
- Presentations
- Spreadsheet tracking
- Database Management
- Administrative Support
- Quality Control
- Client Relationships
- Multitasking and Organization
- Social Media
- Workflow Optimization
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Outstanding communication skills
- English Fluency
- Interpersonal and Social Skills
- Fast Learner
- Operations Support
- Computer Skills
- Telephone Etiquette
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Quick Learner
- Public Speaking
- Research and analysis
Affiliations
- table Tennis
- Cooking
- Driving
- Swimming
- Dancing
- Badminton
Accomplishments
- Merit certificate from Xavier's Law School
- Attended webinar on Cyber Security
- Workshop on Legal research
- Workshop on International law
- Webinar on Foreign Investment
- Workshop on Forensic Science for Lawyers
- Workshop on International Trade Law
- Webinar of Land of Sea
- Webinar of Labour Law
- Webinar of Criminology
- Specialization on Crime and Criminology
- Webinar on Finance Law
- Webinar on IPR
Languages
English
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2
Bengali
Proficient (C2)
C2
Chinese (Mandarin)
Beginner (A1)
A1
Interests for internship
- The World Bank offers opportunities to work on projects that address global challenges such as poverty reduction, infrastructure development, and sustainable development goals. Interning at the World Bank could provide valuable insights, networking opportunities, and hands-on experience in tackling some of the most pressing issues facing the world today.
The World Bank, like many prestigious organizations, seeks interns who demonstrate a combination of skills, knowledge, and passion for their mission. Here are a few reasons why the World Bank might consider hiring you for an internship:
By effectively communicating these qualities in my application materials and interviews, you can increase your chances of being considered for an internship at the World Bank.
Timeline
Intern
Advocate Gopal Halder
06.2023 - 08.2024
Corporate Legal Intern
Sr. Adv. Pradeep Rai
06.2023 - 07.2024
Legal Intern
Adv. Amitabha Basu
06.2022 - 08.2024
Intern
Adv. Subhashish
06.2021 - 10.2021
High School Diploma -
South Point High School
Ba.LLB (hons) - Law Enforcement
St. Xavier's University, Kolkata
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